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Systems and methods for automatic plate washing

US10562032B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 26, 2017
Grant dateFeb 18, 2020
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Expiry dateDec 15, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01L2300/0829
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to automated systems and methods for washing microtiter plates that offer advantages such as increased efficiency and decreased contamination during the washing process. In an exemplary embodiment, an automated system for washing multiwell plates comprises an arm having a metal portion and having a multiwell plate holder for holding a multiwell plate; a first rotational servo configured to rotate the multiwell plate about a first axis; a second rotational servo configured to rotate the arm about a second axis; and a controller configured to operate the system to dispels fluid in the multiwell plate.

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